BELLFLOWER HIGH SCHOOL Curriculum Handbook 2011 - 2012

ROP FIRE SERVICE OCCUPATIONS2743 SemesterStudents in this course will experience intensive, hands-on learning. Students will explore careers in rescueservices, learn fire prevention and mitigation skills; use and care of fire-fighting tools, gear, and equipment;fire science; first aid; and CPR. Possible field trips to forest service, fire service, fire station, industrial firedepartment, city fire department, and private fire academy.ROP GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS CC/CVE2684 SemesterStudents will be placed in a classroom setting for 30 hours to build on their knowledge and review the skillsthey have learned from previous Graphic Design classes. Students will then be placed on an unpaidinternship for at least 40 hours where the student will gain valuable hands on experience in a GraphicDesign/Graphic Communications business. Internships may lead to paid employment.ROP HEALTH OCCUPATIONS2774 SemesterThis course trains students for employment in entry-level positions in hospital and health relatedoccupations. The student acquires occupationally specific skills in one or more entry level job titles in theareas of therapeutic, diagnostic, clerical, and supportive services in the healthcare facility. The goal of thecourse is to expose the students to the diverse career opportunities available in the health care field.ROP UC FILM/VIDEO PRODUCTIONS 12770 SemesterThis course is designed to introduce students to concepts and principles used in film and video production.This course exposes students to the basics of visual storytelling through the creation of storyboards, scriptwriting, basic shot types, camera movements, lighting, audio, and techniques of editing. Students will learnthe skills necessary for jobs within the industry such as producer, director, art director, set design, cameraoperator, script supervisor, editor, etc. See also ROP section. This course meets the UC/CSU a-g requirements inthe following category: (f) - Visual and Performing Arts.ROP UC FILM/VIDEO PRODUCTIONS 22771 SemesterThis course is designed to introduce students to concepts and principles used to pursue a career pathway infilm and video production. This course exposes students to the basics of visual storytelling through thecreation of storyboards, script writing, basic shot types, camera movements, lighting, audio, and techniquesof editing. Students will learn the skills necessary for jobs within the industry such as producer, director, artdirector, set design, camera operator, script supervisor, editor, etc. See also ROP section This course meets theUC/CSU a-g requirements in the following category: (f) - Visual and Performing Arts.Prerequisite: ROP UC Film/Video Productions 1ROP UC GRAPHIC DESIGN2755 YearThis course will explore the ever-changing trends in the global field of design. Students will understand theimpact of the arts and design throughout history and in various cultures. This course is UC approved and iseligible for elective credit. Students will learn methods and theory such as elements and principles ofdesign to enhance their artistic vision and style. This course meets the UC/CSU a-g requirements in the followingcategory: (f) - Visual and Performing Arts.ROP LAW ENFORCEMENT/CRIMINAL JUSTICE2720 SemesterThis course is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs in the law enforcement field. This courseenables students to examine a wide variety of career opportunities in public and private law enforcement.Students will receive an introduction to law enforcement, public safety dispatcher, records clerk, policecadet, and security guard.ROP MICROSOFT SPECIALIST (MOS) CERTIFICATION2750 SemesterThis class will prepare students to be proficient in Microsoft software; students will take the online examgiven by Microsoft and be certified in a specific area such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, or MicrosoftPowerPoint.ROP OFFICE OCCUPATIONS (GENERAL OFFICE CLERK)2704 SemesterThis course is designed to train students for entry-level positions in the business/clerical area. Classroominstruction will include introduction to computers, word processing, keyboarding techniques, printing,using a calculator, filing, telephone etiquette, penmanship, proofreading, listening and speaking skills,regulations relating to sexual harassment, and time management. Units on employment preparation and52